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42 -- MASK COMPATIBLE VOICE AMPLIFIER, NSN 5830-07-364-4595 SOL RFQ789519 DUE 082499 POC Deanna D. Davis, Contract Specialist, (202) 324-2956 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Award will be for a Firm-Fixed Price Contract. This solicitation is being issued as Request for Quotation (RFQ) Number 78918 for "Brand Name or Equal" for mask compatible voice amplifiers. These are self-contained miniature amplifiers which when attached to the MCU-2A/P Protective Mask provides improved communications to the mask-wearer. The provisions and clauses incorporated are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-12. This solicitation is issued under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) and is a Small Business Set-Aside under the Test Program in accordance with Subpart 13.5. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Code is 3842 and the Business Size Standard is 500 employees. This RFQ is a "one-time buy" for 1,100 Voice Amplifiers with an option to buy additional quantities, if necessary. The manufacturer is AudioPack Sound Systems: Model B-181050, NSN 5830-07-364-4595. The salient characteristics for the voice amplifiers are as follows: (1) The voice amplifier shall be able to be mounted on the following protective masks: MCU-2A/P or MCU-2/P manufactured by the Mine Safety Appliances Company, M-40 manufactured by the Campbell Company and ILC Dover and M-45 manufactured by ILC Dover; (2) shall amplify the mask wearer's voice over a range of seventy-five (75) meters; (3) shall provide clear amplification of the user's voice and meet intelligibility requirements per ANSI S3.2 Monosyllabic Word Intelligibility Test; (4) shall have a spring loaded jaw that requires no additional or interim mounting pieces; (5) must be quick and easy to attach, remove and mount to the protective mask, preferably with one hand; (6) shall maintain the integrity of the mask; (7) shall use a 9-volt battery; (8) the battery shall be installed from the bottom of the amplifier, when the unit is attached to the MCU-2A/P Protective Mask; (9) shall provide from 10 to 15 hours of amplification at a 50% transmission rate; (10) shall have passed testing for use with masks by any Federal Government agency (11) shall be water-resistant and decontaminable; (12) shall be compatible with a variety of radio systems; (13) shall weigh less than 9 ounces; (14) shall not extend more than 2.25 inches from the mask's voicemitter (the overall dimensions should be 2.25" depth by 3.0" width by 3.5" height); (15) shall not impair or obstruct the user's vision or line of sight; (16) shall not violate or impair the mask's seal; (17) may be used in temperatures ranging from 0 degrees Celsius to 80 degrees Celsius; (18) shall meet the following environmental requirements per MIL-STD-810E: temperature shock, mechanical shock, blowing rain, corrosive atmospheres, electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC); (19) shall not be susceptible to either chemical agents or to 9% HTH solution, the standard decontamination solution; and (20) shall be sufficiently water-resistant to withstand the accepted gas mask decontamination procedure, which involves immersion in HTH solution for five (5) minutes. The warranty period shall be effective one (1) year after acceptance. If the offeror proposes to furnish an "equal" product, the manufacturer's name and specifications must be submitted with the quote along with a sample for technical review. The shipping cost shall be borne by the contractor. All samples will be returned, at the expense of the contractor. Therefore, provide your Federal Express Number along with your quote. Delivery of the 1,100 voice amplifiers should be within 90 days or sooner after receipt of order. Quotes shall be for FOB Destination for the 57 FBI drop shipment locations within the 48 contiguous states to include Washington, DC, Hawaii, Alaska and Puerto Rico. A drop shipment list is available upon request. Also, the drop shipment addresses for the FBI offices are on website, www.fbi.gov. The following FAR provisions and clauses are incorporated by reference and apply to this solicitation. FAR Provision 52.212-1 Instructions to Offerors-Commercial Items (JUN 1999), FAR Provision 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications Commercial Items (JUN 1999), FAR Clause 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions-Commercial Items (MAY 1999), FAR Clause 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items (MAY 1999), FAR Clause 52.217-6 Option for Increased Quantity (MAR 1989) and FAR Clause 52.246-2 Inspection of Supplies -- Fixed-Price (AUG 1996). Offerors will be evaluated in accordance with FAR Provision 52.212-2 Evaluation-Commercial Items (JAN 1999). Award will be made on a best value basis to the responsive, responsible quoter whose quote conforms to this solicitation and is the most advantageous to the Government. The following evaluation factors in descending order of importance will be used to evaluate offers: (1) technical capability, (2) price and (3) past performance. All quotes shall be on company letterhead and submitted to the address listed above no later than 4:00 p.m. EDT, August 24, 1999 and must be clearly marked RFQ 789519. Faxed quotes will be accepted at (202) 324-3767. Offerors are hereby notified that if your quote is not received by the date/time and at the location specified in this announcement, it will be considered late and shall be handled in accordance with FAR Provision 52.212-1(f) (JUN 1999). Posted 08/06/99 (W-SN364511). (0218)

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